Celebrity spirits are all the rage and it seems everyone is getting into the act. As with most celebrity-driven spirits, 818 is decent, but unremarkable. The nose provides a suitable sense of the agave, but also a lot of sweetness. This translates to the first sip where the sweetness is a stronger element than the normally rustic earthy agave, And the sweet profile remains strong through the mid palate and the finish. So for a mixer, on sale it’s a fine blanco, but not one for sipping. There is a bit of a burn throughout and the intrinsic agave character itself get saturated with the sweetness. If you’re having food, this is much less recognizable, however as a stand alone this just barely passes muster. 90
Reviewed by Michael Cervin
www.drink181.com
Brand – 818
Spirit Type – Tequila
Other Designation – Blanco
Country of Origin – Mexico
ABV – 40%
Bottle Size – 750ml
Price – $38
Score -90
Date Reviewed – 1/14/2024